Belle Tire
Requisition Number.
6264243
Job Family.
Corporate
Location/Store Number.
99 - Southfield, MI
Job Description/Requirements.
The Creative Director is the brand-side lead of the creative direction of our brand. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and safeguarding the brand's visual and creative identity across all channels and touchpoints. You will oversee the creation and consistent application of brand templates, guidelines, and guardrails, ensuring cohesive and compelling storytelling that drives brand equity and engagement . This role requires a strategic thinker with hands-on creative skills, a strong design sensibility, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to bring the brand to life.
What You'll Do
Creative Leadership: Serve as the brand-side owner of creative direction, guiding the visual and verbal identity of the brand across all platforms.
Creative Development: Create and/or leverage agency templates to develop digital assets, emails, and other breakthrough creative elements.
Brand Stewardship: Own the development, maintenance, and evolution of brand guidelines, toolkits, and templates, ensuring consistency and integrity in all creative executions.
Implementation Oversight: Partner with creative agency, oversee and approve the execution of all creative work--including campaigns, digital assets, retail merchandising, social, and internal communications--to ensure it aligns with brand standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with HR, operations teams and other internal and external teams to ensure brand consistency and creative excellence.
Team Leadership: Manage and mentor in-house designers and creatives fostering a high-performing, collaborative, and inspired team culture.
Innovation: Stay on top of design trends, cultural moments, and audience behaviors to evolve the brand's creative expression in fresh, relevant ways.
What We're Looking For
Minimum Qualifications :
8+ years of experience in a creative leadership role, in-house or agency supporting a consumer-facing brand
Proven expertise in brand design, creative strategy, and visual storytelling
Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of creative executions and brand systems work
Deep understanding of creative production processes across channels (print, digital, video, social, environmental)
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards under tight timelines
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other design tools; familiarity with Figma or similar platforms is a plus
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience leading brand refreshes or rebranding initiatives
Strong understanding of brand architecture and messaging frameworks
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and building structure within a growing or evolving organization
Work Environment
The position is based in an office environment, requiring periods of sitting and the operation of standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and other office tools . Work hours are typically 8-5, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours as needed .
Benefits
We offer premium benefits to keep your life moving.
Medical, Dental, Vision I nsurance
Flexible Spending Account
Lif e/AD&D Insurance
Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401(K) with company match
Flexible Paid Time Off
Closed Sundays and Holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4 th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day)
Discounts on Products and Services
Employee Referral Program
Paid Training and Reimbursement for ASE Certifications
Belle Tire Scholarship Program
Career Growth Opportunities with a Growing Company
Learn more at https://www.belletirecareers.com/benefits/
About Us
At Belle Tire, we believe you deserve a better experience when it comes to tires and vehicle services. That starts with hiring people who genuinely care - that's the Belle Tire Difference . With over 180 locations and 3,000 dedicated employees across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois, we are your one-stop shop for tires, wheels, and full-service automotive repairs. Our services include alignments, brakes, batteries, heating and cooling, oil changes, auto glass repair, and more.
Since 1922, we've done what it takes to keep life moving for our customers and employees . We live by a shared set of values: Customer Satisfaction is the Bottom Line , we always Do the Right Thing , we Set the Tone with a positive attitude, we believe We Are They - there is no "us" and "them" here, and we Walk the Walk by following through on our commitments. These beliefs shape a culture of trust, respect, and pride, making Belle Tire a great place to build your career.
We're not your ordinary tire shop, we're Changing Tires.
Belle Tire is an E qual O pportunity E mployer . We ensure all individuals are considered for employment and advancement based on their qualifications, skills, achievements, and experience, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression , or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
6264243
Job Family.
Corporate
Location/Store Number.
99 - Southfield, MI
Job Description/Requirements.
The Creative Director is the brand-side lead of the creative direction of our brand. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and safeguarding the brand's visual and creative identity across all channels and touchpoints. You will oversee the creation and consistent application of brand templates, guidelines, and guardrails, ensuring cohesive and compelling storytelling that drives brand equity and engagement . This role requires a strategic thinker with hands-on creative skills, a strong design sensibility, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to bring the brand to life.
What You'll Do
Creative Leadership: Serve as the brand-side owner of creative direction, guiding the visual and verbal identity of the brand across all platforms.
Creative Development: Create and/or leverage agency templates to develop digital assets, emails, and other breakthrough creative elements.
Brand Stewardship: Own the development, maintenance, and evolution of brand guidelines, toolkits, and templates, ensuring consistency and integrity in all creative executions.
Implementation Oversight: Partner with creative agency, oversee and approve the execution of all creative work--including campaigns, digital assets, retail merchandising, social, and internal communications--to ensure it aligns with brand standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with HR, operations teams and other internal and external teams to ensure brand consistency and creative excellence.
Team Leadership: Manage and mentor in-house designers and creatives fostering a high-performing, collaborative, and inspired team culture.
Innovation: Stay on top of design trends, cultural moments, and audience behaviors to evolve the brand's creative expression in fresh, relevant ways.
What We're Looking For
Minimum Qualifications :
8+ years of experience in a creative leadership role, in-house or agency supporting a consumer-facing brand
Proven expertise in brand design, creative strategy, and visual storytelling
Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of creative executions and brand systems work
Deep understanding of creative production processes across channels (print, digital, video, social, environmental)
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards under tight timelines
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other design tools; familiarity with Figma or similar platforms is a plus
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience leading brand refreshes or rebranding initiatives
Strong understanding of brand architecture and messaging frameworks
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and building structure within a growing or evolving organization
Work Environment
The position is based in an office environment, requiring periods of sitting and the operation of standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and other office tools . Work hours are typically 8-5, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours as needed .
Benefits
We offer premium benefits to keep your life moving.
Medical, Dental, Vision I nsurance
Flexible Spending Account
Lif e/AD&D Insurance
Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401(K) with company match
Flexible Paid Time Off
Closed Sundays and Holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4 th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day)
Discounts on Products and Services
Employee Referral Program
Paid Training and Reimbursement for ASE Certifications
Belle Tire Scholarship Program
Career Growth Opportunities with a Growing Company
Learn more at https://www.belletirecareers.com/benefits/
About Us
At Belle Tire, we believe you deserve a better experience when it comes to tires and vehicle services. That starts with hiring people who genuinely care - that's the Belle Tire Difference . With over 180 locations and 3,000 dedicated employees across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois, we are your one-stop shop for tires, wheels, and full-service automotive repairs. Our services include alignments, brakes, batteries, heating and cooling, oil changes, auto glass repair, and more.
Since 1922, we've done what it takes to keep life moving for our customers and employees . We live by a shared set of values: Customer Satisfaction is the Bottom Line , we always Do the Right Thing , we Set the Tone with a positive attitude, we believe We Are They - there is no "us" and "them" here, and we Walk the Walk by following through on our commitments. These beliefs shape a culture of trust, respect, and pride, making Belle Tire a great place to build your career.
We're not your ordinary tire shop, we're Changing Tires.
Belle Tire is an E qual O pportunity E mployer . We ensure all individuals are considered for employment and advancement based on their qualifications, skills, achievements, and experience, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression , or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.